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I previously used this forum a bit while I was doing some of my own work on my car (old Subaru) and mostly was looking for some good hand tools. I'm getting older now and considering buying a home. I don't own any power tools but a dirt cheap 12v black & decker drill. Main thing is I don't...

Hey all, I already have a Sunex deep socket set, but while working on my car those sockets often don't have a lot of clearance. I'd like to get some shallow and standard sockets, but don't really want a bunch of rail clips sitting out all over the place. Would prefer just one blow-molded case...

Hi all, Last year, what were the best deals you found on BF? I'm just starting to buildup a basic tool collection, and am looking for some good quality basics that will last me a lifetime as a non-professional. I'm in particular need of: - wrenches (I've seen around $2/wrench at sears as the...

Hi all, I currently live in an apartment with very little storage space. I have roughly an 11x10 bedroom, and have 1/2 of a closet to work with. For these reasons, my room is filled with cardboard boxes of electronics and tools that I just don't know what to do with. Any suggestions for some...

My 2005 Legacy GT is getting a bit old and needs some work. I'd like to learn to do more maintenance on my own. What tools might I need for the following? 1. Changing brakes 2. Changing spark plugs 3. Changing serpentine belt 4. Possibly installing a sway bar (for a sporty car this thing...

So I'm looking around for some gift ideas for my dad. What random/odd tool purchase would you say has surprisingly given you WAY more use than you ever expected, or just enjoy using?

Hey all, I'm slowly trying to build up my tool collection (had a similar thread a while ago), and am trying to decide on a few more basics. Nice tools I have since purchased: - Williams 3/8" ratchet (same as Snap-On F936) - 28 piece sunex deep impact socket set (sae+metric covering 9-22mm and...

So, I have a $40 gift card to newegg (paid $20) from Google Offers. I pretty much have all the electronics junks I need right now, so am thinking about picking up some tools. They have a big selection of channellock stuff, so considering that route. That said, I didn't realize that there are...

FS: Brand new Williams B-52EHA 3/8" drive ratchet. This is the industrial branded version of the Snap On F936 ratchet. They are 100% identical except for the logo! $35 shipped to the continental US. The Snap On equivalent of this is $85! Never used. I bought this ratchet just a few days ago...

Has anyone been able to find any specs for the max torque rating on ratchets? Very curious to see a comparison of say, the F936 (36 tooth) ratchet vs the F80 (80 tooth). I've been told that the coarser tooths are stronger, less likely to skip teeth, and less easy to gum up, but not sure how...

While searching for some good bang-for-the-buck tools, I've discovered that many of the tool truck brands can be purchased for about 1/2 price by going through their industrial brand. I'd like to use this thread to identify some of the most common brands and tools for easy reference. Here's my...

As described in this post, I am looking to build a basic set of tools for general household use. Not a professional mechanic/contractor/etc. However, I'm thinking that a ratchet might be one of those tools where it makes more sense to splurge on. Here are ones I'm considering: 1. Snap-On...

So, Having nearly no tools to my name, I am slowly acquiring the basics. I am not a professional mechanic/contractor/etc, so the tools don't need to be top notch quality, but I would like them to be durable. I think it also makes sense to buy tools that are nice enough that I'd want to...